Best Schools in Richton Park, Illinois
4 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Richton Park by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Southland College Prep Chtr HS
High · Southland College Prep Chtr HS. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Neil Armstrong Elem School
Elementary · Esd 159. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Sauk Elem School
Middle · Matteson Esd 162. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Richton Park for 2026 are Southland College Prep Chtr HS (8.9/10), Neil Armstrong Elem School (6.4/10), and Sauk Elem School (5.4/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
4
in this city
Avg Score
7.0
out of 10
Median Home
$200,800
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Schools
4
in this city
Avg Score
7.0
out of 10
Median Home
$200,800
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Richton Park
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 4). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Southland College Prep Chtr HS | 8.9 / 10 |
| 2 | Neil Armstrong Elem School | 6.4 / 10 |
| 3 | Sauk Elem School | 5.4 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 7.0/10
- Median household income
- $72,241
- Median home value
- $200,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 30%
- Avg commute
- 33 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 49%
50% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Richton Park compares
Illinois rank
#104 of 444
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.8
above Illinois avg (6.2)
Median household income
$72k
88% of Illinois median
Schools in this city
4
About Schools in Richton Park, Illinois
Richton Park, Illinois is home to 4 schools, including 4 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 7.0 out of 10, schools in Richton Park perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Richton Park is Southland College Prep Chtr HS with a composite score of 8.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Richton Park is served by 3 school districts: Southland College Prep Chtr HS, Matteson ESD 162, ESD 159. These districts collectively serve 4,613 students.
Richton Park's community shows 30% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $72,241. The poverty rate in the area is 8.7%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 272 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.4 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 282 students · 4th–6th | 5.4 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 586 students · 9th–12th | 8.9 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 178 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | 7.3 |
Schools in Richton Park
Richton Park, Illinois · 4 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$72,241
Median Home Value
$200,800
Median Rent
$1,319/mo
Population
12,845
College Educated
30%
Homeownership
49%
Avg Commute
33 min
Poverty Rate
8.7%
Community Profile
Richton Park has a median household income of $72,241. It is an area where 30% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $200,800, with a median rent of $1,319/month. The local poverty rate of 8.7% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 33 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Illinois
- Elementary
- 1
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
- Other
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Richton Park, Illinois
How many schools are in Richton Park, Illinois?
Richton Park has 4 schools, including 4 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Richton Park, Illinois?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Richton Park is 7.0 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Richton Park, Illinois?
The top-ranked school in Richton Park on MySchoolScout is Southland College Prep Chtr HS with a composite score of 8.9/10.
What is the best elementary school in Richton Park, Illinois?
The top-ranked elementary school in Richton Park on MySchoolScout is Neil Armstrong Elem School with a composite score of 6.4/10.
What is the best middle school in Richton Park, Illinois?
The top-ranked middle school in Richton Park on MySchoolScout is Sauk Elem School with a composite score of 5.4/10.
What is the best high school in Richton Park, Illinois?
The top-ranked high school in Richton Park on MySchoolScout is Southland College Prep Chtr HS with a composite score of 8.9/10.
How many school districts serve Richton Park, Illinois?
Richton Park is served by 3 school districts: Southland College Prep Chtr HS, Matteson Esd 162, Esd 159.
What is the education level in Richton Park, Illinois?
According to Census data, 30% of adults in Richton Park have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Richton Park, Illinois?
The median household income in Richton Park is approximately $72,241 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Richton Park, Illinois?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Richton Park is 12.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Richton Park, Illinois?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Illinois Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.